Solitude

Bus stops and parking garages exemplify how urban structures, designed for movement and efficiency, can also become spaces of solitude. With their minimal seating and utilitarian design, bus stops are typically transient spaces where individuals wait alone, particularly during off-peak hours or late at night. Despite their placement in bustling areas, the wait can feel isolating. Similarly, parking garages, built for convenience and vehicle storage, often have a stark and impersonal atmosphere. The repetitive rows of cars, harsh lighting, and echoing sounds contribute to desolation and vulnerability, especially when the garage is empty or dimly lit. In both instances, the contrast between the intended functionality of these spaces and the emotional experiences they evoke solitude, disconnection, and vulnerability, illustrates how urban design can influence our perception of security and isolation.